New Homes in Pontefract

Live the life

Located in West Yorkshire and within commuting distance of Leeds and Wakefield, Pontefract is a medieval market town with lots to see and do in the local area. Whether you’re exploring the museum, taking the kids to the park or hiking in the Peak District, there’s plenty for the whole family to enjoy close to your new home in Pontefract.

Things to see and do

Pontefract is a vibrant place to live, with plenty to do in the local area. Whether you’re shopping at the town’s regular market, discovering the past at Pontefract Museum and the 11th century Pontefract Castle, or taking a relaxing walk through Valley Gardens, you’ll have lots of choice close to your new home.

If you want to get out and about in the great outdoors, the Peak District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales are both just a short drive away from Pontefract. For families with young children, Diggerland Yorkshire, Hemsworth Water Park, Swithens Farm and SNO!zone are all popular places to enjoy a day out.

For a relaxing round of golf on a weekend, Pontefract is close to Mid Yorkshire Golf Club and Darrington Golf Club. The town also has a Squash Centre, while the local racecourse has events throughout the year. The town also hosts the annual Liquorice Festival in July, with live music, performing arts, fairground rides and craft stalls.

Education

If you’re moving to Pontefract with school-age children, choosing a good school will be a top priority. St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School and Featherstone Girnhill Infant School are both rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, while there’s private education at the independent Ackworth School nearby.

For older children considering studying for a degree or diploma, New College Pontefract is in the town while University Centre Doncaster, the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University and Leeds Trinity University and University Centre Doncaster are all within commuting distance.

Getting to Pontefract

Whether you’re commuting to work or travelling to meet friends and family, the town’s excellent transport links make sure that it’s easy to get to and from Pontefract. The M62 and A1(M) are both close-by, while the three train stations provide services to neighbouring towns and cities.

Travelling from nearby Wakefield, the journey to Pontefract takes around 20 minutes by either car or train, while Leeds can be reached in 30 minutes by train or just 20 minutes by car. The journey to Pontefract from Doncaster takes 30 minutes by car, while Sheffield is a 45 minute drive from the town.

If you’re taking a trip to the capital, the direct train from Pontefract Monkhill to London King’s Cross takes just one hour 50 minutes. When it’s time to escape from it all, Doncaster Sheffield Airport is only 35 minutes away from Pontefract, ideal for hassle-free holidays.